Road Less Traveled – Update #1

Release Date Change — New Launch: January 20, 2026

After extensive internal playtesting, it became clear that the game needed more time in development to meet the level of quality, stability, and content we believe players deserve.

Our goal has always been to deliver a polished, immersive experience — not a rushed one.
By adjusting the release date to January 20, 2026, we can deliver:

A smoother and more stable launch
A richer, more complete world
A more refined gameplay experience

We appreciate your patience and support, and we are confident this change will lead to a significantly better final product.

Early Access / Beta — Coming Soon

You will not have to wait until 2026 to try the game.

We are preparing a Beta / Early Access build planned for late December 2025. This early version will provide a playable slice of the experience and allow us to gather valuable feedback directly from the community.

Feature Release Roadmap

We are introducing our official post-launch update schedule. Here’s the planned structure:

Version 1.0 — Official Release

Versions 1.1 – 1.4 — Quality of Life and Stability Updates

These updates will focus on:

Bug fixes
Performance optimization
UI improvements
General refinement

No major new features during this phase.

Version 1.5 — VR Support

Full VR integration with an emphasis on comfort, immersion, and performance.

Versions 1.6 – 1.8 — Stability and Optimization

Additional fixes, polish, and performance enhancements as we prepare the game for larger feature expansions.

Version 2.0 — Co-Op Multiplayer

A complete cooperative multiplayer experience. Explore the forest, craft, survive, and face threats together.

Why the Delay?

During playtesting, it became clear the game required more time to achieve the level of depth and polish we are aiming for. The scope has grown far beyond the original plan and now includes:

A large open-world forest
Survival and crafting systems
An upgradeable RV
Intelligent enemy AI
Dynamic weather
Full day/night cycle
A grounded, immersive world with high visual fidelity

To deliver a cohesive, high-quality experience, additional development time is necessary.

Community Updates Moving Forward

Now that we are closer to a more complete build, we are shifting toward consistent communication. You can expect:

Bi-weekly development updates (minimum)
Progress breakdowns
Previews of new areas, creatures, and systems
Opportunities to share feedback and influence development

Your involvement is important to us. The community will play a major role in shaping the future of the game.

Thank You

We are incredibly proud of the progress being made and excited to share more with you.
Road Less Traveled is becoming something special, and we are committed to delivering the best experience possible.

Thank you for supporting us and being part of this journey.

More updates coming soon.
— Otisco Studios